Vintage Vogue aims for style and low prices

Shop owner Courtney Heinlein of Vintage Vogue said she loves being able to interact with customers while working with clothes. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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The unique styles that can be found at Vintage Vogue are unlike most thrift shops. It offers customers something different while still giving them bargain prices. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Scarfs, shirts, and jackets are on display in a variety of sizes at Vintage Vogue. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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The Vintage Vogue boutique is located on Whittier Boulevard In La Habra. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Racks of new and used clothes fill the small shop and keep customers coming back to Vintage Vogue. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Discounted polish, accessories, and jewelry cover the shelves in the Vintage Vogue shop in La Habra. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Here's an example of one the outfits that can be purchased at Vintage Vogue for under $20. The dress is $9.95 and the jeweled necklace is $6. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Small items that can be go into gift bags or stockings for the holiday season are on sale at Vintage Vogue. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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All the jewelry sold in the Vintage Vogue store is new and still sells quickly because of the low prices, owner Courtney Heinlein says. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Various items decorate the walls of the Vintage Vogue boutique and show off the latest merchandise. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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$5 sunglasses in the latest styles are on display at Vintage Vogue. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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You can find a range of items from casual tees to more dressy night wear at Vintage Vogue. ASHLEN DOMINGUEZ, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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Ashlen Dominguez is a student at Fullerton College, taking part in a community reporting class. Reach her at dominguez.ashlen@gmail.com. COURTESY OF FULLERTON COLLEGE

Owner Courtney Heinlein is proud of the store's growing popularity. After nearly three years in business, she has come to recognize many of the shoppers who visit the shop regularly looking for cute clothes and great deals.

"Everything is so inexpensive that people always come back," she said.

The boutique offers a mix of both new and used pieces that Heinlein carefully selects, a variety of items such as brand name clothing, shoes, hats, and jewelry. The majority of the used items come from shoppers.

Customers are encouraged to bring in their unwanted fashion for either cash or store credit. In addition, Heinlein stocks Vintage Vogue with new merchandise, such as scarves, purses, polish and more. Unlike the average thrift store, Vintage Vogue makes an effort to keep up with the trends and bring style to second-hand shopping.

Prices vary, but at Vintage Vogue an entire outfit can usually be purchased for under $20.

"I like the prices," customer Daniella Molina said. "It's cheap and the stuff is so nice."

With new items coming in almost daily, shoppers are always able to find something different.

A student herself, Heinlein also uses local campuses to bring attention to the La Habra location. During the school year she often has "pop-up shops" at Fullerton College where she sells racks of clothes with items priced at $10 or less.

Vintage Vogue is located at 2220 W. Whittier Blvd. in the Chantry Square Shopping Center. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.

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